Sutter Instrument MP-285, Основные операции

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MP-285 SYSTEM ROE BASIC OPERATIONS – REV. 4.04 (20210122)
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This four-hole pattern is also compatible with the MP-285 rotary base, part #285RBI and the
mounting adapter plate, # 285210 (see the Reference Manual for further instructions).
While it is possible to insert and tighten all four mounting screws with the MP-285 in one
position, you may find it convenient to connect and power up the manipulator and position
the X-axis for the best access to the screw holes.
2.4 Mounting Headstages
The most stable way to mount a headstage is to fasten it directly to the Z-axis slide. The
mounting hardware included with the MP-285 is designed to eliminate the need for custom
machining of headstage and pipette holders. For example, Axon Instruments’ new 203B
headstage mounts directly to the rotating dovetail on the MP-285 Z-axis. Other headstages
require use of the dovetail mounting plate:
dovetail mounting plate:
2 middle (D) holes
EPC: 1-1/16" x 2-7/32"
(2 holes, A & B)
CV-4: 1-1/8" x 1-15/16"
(4 holes, B & C)
A
B
C
C
C
D D
Figure 2-6. Headstage mounting plate
The plastic portion of the plate provides electrical isolation while allowing for a direct mount
of Axon Instruments’ CV-4 headstage or Heka Electronics’ EPC-7, 8, or 9 headstages. The
user can drill additional holes to allow the plate-mount installation of other headstages.
Headstage mounting instructions can be found in the Reference Manual.
Whether using the Axon 203B Headstage or another headstage mounted on the dovetail
mounting plate, the respective male dovetail is inserted into the female dovetail on the MP-
285 Z-axis. Slide the dovetail mounting plate/headstage assembly into the rotating-dovetail
base and secure it by tightening the dovetail clamp set screw with a Phillips-head
screwdriver.